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Second Epistle to Timothy in Latin
Paul the Apostle
The Latin text of Paul's second letter to Timothy, written with personal warmth to a close companion.
Paul is the stated author, writing personally to Timothy, a close companion and fellow missionary.
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What it is
This is the Latin version of the Second Epistle to Timothy, attributed to Paul the Apostle. It opens with Paul greeting Timothy as his dear son, thanking God for him, and recalling Timothy's faith and his mother and grandmother, Eunice and Loide. The text survives on Wikisource in Latin.
Why it matters
Unlike more formal letters, this one is personal, mentioning tears, memories, and family faith passed down through generations. It shows how Paul maintained relationships with younger co-workers and encouraged them through hardship, including his own imprisonment. As with other Pauline letters, its authorship is debated by scholars.
Look closer
- What does the mention of Timothy's mother and grandmother tell you about how faith was passed on in early Christian families?
- How does the tone of this letter differ from a formal public document?
- Why might later readers question whether every letter attributed to Paul was written by him personally?
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